Platypuss-Mach3-Diversity.r2

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Remix of the original platypus, a complete rebuild from scratch using the original dimensions as reference. I created an entirely new model. Added: (1) Rear opening on diversity shelf for antenna feed/connector attachment at back of platypus, eliminating need to route lead out of VTX openings and around front. This also allows air to flow over diversity RX and exit through bottom, potentially improving cooling effect. (2) Top bung extension for rear dipole antenna, increased diameter of inner (bottom) bung, and added slot/opening in bung, enabling use of regular "forever tube". Cut 10mm off new tube, place antenna up through top bung, and fit lead through slot. Ground plane of dipole will stick out past bottom bung, so insert 10mm cut piece into bottom bung to protect ground plane end. (3) Increased width and shortened length of diversity RX tray to better accommodate covered RX when wrapped in flexible heat shrink like ThermoSleeve HST14C4 1/4" heat shrink (clear). (4) Sized GPS tray specifically for HGLRC M8N GPS module. (5) Added step down at front of GPS tray to fit connector for HGLRC GPS module. (6) Increased cavity dimensions below antenna areas to allow more room for integration and potentially improve air cooling of RX module.